Upper Deck, a renowned name in the world of sports and entertainment collectibles, has just secured a deal that will have hockey fans buzzing with excitement. The global leader announced an exclusive autograph trading card partnership with none other than the highly talented Macklin Celebrini. The 18-year-old hockey prodigy recently made headlines when he was chosen as the number one overall pick by the San Jose Sharks in the 2024 NHL Draft.
Following Celebrini’s official signing with the San Jose Sharks on July 6, Upper Deck wasted no time in sealing the deal to produce the young star’s trading cards. This exclusive agreement grants Upper Deck the rights to feature Celebrini’s name, image, autograph, and likeness on a range of trading cards, including popular series like the Upper Deck Flagship Series, SP Authentic, and O-Pee-Chee-Platinum.
Macklin Celebrini’s rise to fame has been nothing short of spectacular. Before being drafted as the top pick in the 2024 NHL Draft, Celebrini had already made a name for himself during his college career. Notably, he became the youngest player to ever win the prestigious Hobey Baker Award in his freshman year, a testament to his exceptional skills on the ice. His remarkable 2023-24 season was further highlighted by accolades such as the Hockey East Player of the Year, Hockey East Rookie of the Year, Hockey East Scoring Champion, and the recipient of the Hockey East Three-Stars Award for his outstanding performance during the regular season.
Jason Masherah, the President of Upper Deck, expressed his excitement about the partnership with Celebrini, emphasizing the company’s dedication to connecting fans with their favorite NHL players. Masherah highlighted Celebrini’s exceptional talent and stressed Upper Deck’s commitment to showcasing both established legends and rising stars in the world of hockey. The company looks forward to capturing Celebrini’s achievements on the ice as he prepares to make his NHL debut.
As a tribute to this significant collaboration, fans can kickstart their Macklin Celebrini trading card collection on Upper Deck e-Pack with a limited edition Game Dated Moments card. This exclusive card will be available for purchase until July 25, providing fans with a unique opportunity to own a piece of Celebrini’s journey to NHL stardom. Additionally, fans can anticipate the release of more Celebrini trading card products throughout the upcoming 2024-25 NHL season, promising an exciting array of collectibles featuring the budding hockey sensation.
With this exclusive deal in place, Upper Deck has added another exciting talent to its roster of elite athletes, setting the stage for fans to immerse themselves in the world of hockey through the captivating medium of trading cards.